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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1921
Page
6
Early Monday a robbery at Prairie du Chien involved a hardware and jewelry store. Thieves entered through windows and stole razors watches rings and a brooch set worth about 1000. No suspects yet and police searched by train but found no passengers.
A damaged OCR fragment discusses a Turkish harem practice with women and children given exclusive home use. It mentions European observers and pangs of change, with women preferring life apart from men and desiring some form of autonomy amid shifting norms.
A discussion over rat skins used to manufacture Hlovex slippers and similar items, led by Charles Yate. The experiment by the government at the G. Ghatna station failed to produce a definite conclusion on the value of rat skins for such manufacture.
A garbled excerpt recounts men debating a murder or threat as trackers hunt, while thunder and lightning threaten a forest. Reports describe police action, odd names, and a fragmented glimpse of a chain of wedding rings and societal constraints.
A public notice advises readers to inform The Tribune and Leader if leaving town. It mentions arranging delivery with a prose elicuiation method and notes the payer can arrange to receive funds while on vacation.
The Board of Review opens daily sessions to equalize real estate assessments for 1921. Tax Commissioner Joseph T. Friseh says no protests have been filed yet. City Clerk distributes assessment books as the board plans to finish by August first. Mayors and other members include Cis AGernos and the two assessors. King receives polo team. Devereaux Milburn receives Westchester Cup from King after American team’s victory over Britain. President Harding calls budget meeting with all government officers to discuss proposed plans for Congress.
The Federal Rail Board on Monday extended its wage reduction order, effective July first, to most major railroads not previously covered. The move broadens the 12 percent cut already imposed on 104 carriers on June 1, applying to virtually all Class 1 employees across the country. The only altered dates concern certain division workers.
At Detroit the Socialist national convention voted down resolutions defining dictatorship by the proletariat and barred such references from party policy. Victor Berger led a critique of the Reds within the movement, while Morris Hillquit and others argued against tying policy to terror. A separate proposal inviting radical groups to a future conference on antiwar action was introduced by Milwaukee Mayor Daniel Hoar.
Milwaukee style prose reports Bangor men held an auto and liquor after a police raid. Harvey Morris resisted entry and was arrested. Timothy Roof, a blacksmith, brandished a pistol during a foyer scuffle. Both men were taken to Sparta for processing amid tense pursuit along the river.
Governor Blaine plans urging a revised income tax to relieve the state’s fiscal pressure. Despite a post-Hirst bill gap, the June 18 funds show a surplus shortfall of about 3.5 million over two years. The legislature faces a crisis by Friday with university and normal school funding in doubt. The return date to Madison is unsure, possibly July 6 or 7, if needed to close gaps.
Governor Edwards calls any attempt to halt the Carpentier Dempsey bout a waste of time. Secretary Howard travels from Atlantic City to Camden to seek a chancery writ, with a Supreme Court appeal possible if denied. Officials promise the exhibition will proceed under the law.
William C. Strehl post commander of the Roy L. Wiegers Post American Legion leaves La Crosse for Eau Claire to attend the Unitedional convention. The convention runs until Thursday June 30. Local members plan to drive Tuesday to view a large military parade at 2 pm. Each member may attend meetings by showing his official membership card.
Articles of incorporation filed with the register of deeds by the Security Investment Company. Capitalization listed at $25,000. Names linked to the company include J. B. Bean E. M. Reap and F. R. Thorpton. The firm plans a general real estate business.
Margai Warcatery widow of Louis Stainsim died at her Dresbach Minnesota home Sunday morning after a prolonged illness. She lived in Dresbach 85 years and is survived by two daughters Mrs Charles Fangett and Mrs Andrew Rausch. three sons Garret Humfeldt Newport MN Pen Dresuch and Henry Mo bridge 8. six grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Funeral service 2:50 p.m. Tuesday at the Methodist church with Rev William Thompson officiating. interment Oakland cemetery.
In Saturday's Lebor Temple association issue an error printed the name as John Borseth. The correct name is Barney Borseth, who serves as a director of the association.
A brief item notes two children from Ceylon heading to school with a book that is described as marked or notable. The quirky detail centers on the unusual object accompanying them.
Washington reports conferees have settled terms of a Knox Potter peace agreement to end the war with Germany and Austria. Republican leaders announced formal acceptance is expected at Tuesday’s meeting after Senator Knox returns.
Premier Gionttinni and his cabinet resigned after the chamber of deputies voted confidence 234 to 200, following debate on the throne speech. Criticism targeted foreign minister Count Sforza amid disputes among fascists, conservatives, and socialists over the treaty with the Jago-Slars and Triume.
We thank friends and neighbors for sympathy during our wife and mother’s death. Special thanks to Rev. Benson and the pallbearers, the Ladies' Auxiliary, and all who sent flowers. Sincerely, Jae G. D. Morrell and children, and others named.
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